Dog-Friendly Hotels Devon
The delightful county of Devon in the UK’s Southwest showcases scenic natural wonders, delicious local produce and dog-friendly hotels. For everything you can think of in a perfect holiday, your dog is welcome to join you. Discover Devon’s beauty with our curated list of hotels and cottages for your idyllic short break with your furry best friend.
Shaldon, EnglandIn the heart of Shaldon village, and just an easy stroll to the local shops, pubs and restaurants, this quaint, character, semi-detached fisherman’s cottage, with beams and bay windows, is furnished and decorated to a very good standard. The cottage also has a private courtyard garden with views of the estuary and sea, ideal for al-fresco dining. The on road parking in the village is sometimes limited and has restrictions. The village car park is 600 yards away, along the beach side, at cost. Shaldon is a picturesque seaside village nestling at the mouth of the River Teign, a river renowned for its cockles, mussels and salmon. If you enjoy the water, the river, beach and estuary will delight you, not to mention the famous Shaldon ferry which crosses the river to Teignmouth throughout the day. Children will love the sandy beaches and Smugglers Tunnel. Adults and children alike will enjoy the botanical gardens and small zoo, and no visit would be complete without a traditional Devon cream tea. Visitors to Shaldon will always remember the quaint cottages, narrow streets, village shops and a great choice of restaurants, cafés and inns. Teignmouth can be found across the river, Newton Abbot and Torquay are 5 miles away, Dartmoor, with its superb rugged scenery, is only 12 miles, and a little further, Exeter is 14 miles. From Torquay, take a trip to the theatre, or see the penguins wandering freely at Living Coasts. Exeter and Newton Abbot racecourses, several golf courses, family theme parks, Paignton Zoo, sailing and fishing are all within easy reach. Enjoy the wild beauty of Dartmoor National Park, with its abundance of wildlife and dramatic landscapes, or take advantage of the many walking opportunities along the coastal paths. Numerous National Trust properties are close by including Agatha Christie’s Greenway. Steam trains travel from Kingswear to Paignton and Totnes to Buckfastleigh. Visit historic Dartmouth with its naval history, castle and bustling boat harbour. The South Devon Coast will be on your doorstep. Enjoy a variety of events throughout the year, including fêtes, classical and folk music festivals, the Water Carnival and Shaldon Regatta in August. Beach café 25 yards. Shops, pubs and restaurants 200 yards.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Shaldon, EnglandBeach house in regency, seaside village. Amazing views of beach and sea. Balconies. In Shaldon.£172From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Shaldon, EnglandThe Old Toll House is a modern, cosy, yet spacious holiday cottage set in the heart of the seaside village of Shaldon. Set over three floors, it sleeps up to eight guests in three bedrooms. As you enter the property through the front floor, you will find yourself in between the kitchen and dining area. The kitchen is modern and fully equipped with all you could need to rustle up a good meal, and the dining area next door benefits from a large dining table and additional fridge/freezer. A door from the kitchen leads into the spacious utility room, and another door leads onto the low maintenance and sunny rear courtyard garden. Upstairs on the first floor is the bright and airy living room, with its Smart TV and plenty of seating. There is also a separate toilet on this floor as well as a kingsize bedroom. The second floor is where the family bathroom is, as well as a further two bedrooms; one with a double bed and the other with two double beds, perfect as a children’s room or for individuals happy to share.
Being set in Shaldon itself, many properties are very difficult to park at and even manoeuvring through the lanes can be difficult at the best of times. However, the property is located just one road away from the town and an off-road parking space directly outside is a real added bonus. This is a great location for those looking to stay in Shaldon and enjoy the fantastic beach and nearby restaursnts or for exploring the nearby town of Teignmouth, the English Riviera (made up of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham) or even to travel slightly further afield to the well known Dartmouth and Salcombe. The Old Toll House is a charming and comfortable place to base. Beach 350 yards.£137From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Shaldon, EnglandHarp House is a deceptively spacious property situated right in the heart of the popular seaside village of Shaldon. With a vast array of restaurants, pubs, fantastic butchers, bakeries, and local pharmacies. Not to mention it is just a short walk to the beach! As you enter the property in the ground floor entrance hallway there is a very handy utility space housing the washing machine, a great place to hang up coats and store shoes. Upstairs to the first floor is where the bright and airy living room is located with its floor-to-ceiling windows with beautiful shutters. These large windows lead out onto a front-facing balcony (Disclaimer: The balcony has a low-height wrought iron balustrade railing so guests should use it at their own risk). The kitchen/diner is opposite the living area which is fully equipped with a wide variety of appliances for guests to use. This area then leads out onto the small courtyard area with its bench and dining table seating. (Although 1 medium or 2 small dogs are permitted, guests are asked to not allow their pet to use the garden area to ‘do their business’) On this floor, there is also a toilet and one of the four bedrooms contains a single bed. Upstairs to the second floor is where the remaining bedrooms are located. One of the bedrooms contains a king-size bed with wardrobes and a chest of drawers for guests to store their belongings away in. There is another bedroom with a double bed and en-suite shower room and lastly one more bedroom with a single bed. The family bathroom is also on the second floor and has a bath with a shower above.
Harp House is situated in a fantastic location for not only exploring the beach and everything that Shaldon has to offer but also for accessing popular areas of Torquay such as Babbacombe and Wellswood. The towns of Paignton and Brixham in addition to Torquay make up the English Riviera. Across Shaldon bridge in the opposite direction is Teignmouth and easy access to the city of Exeter.
The property is also a good base for enjoying the Shaldon Regatta, which is a festival that is over 200 years old. The regatta is for all ages, and it encourages people of all abilities to take part in a safe environment to enjoy the river and sea safely. There is a huge number of events throughout the regatta, both on and off the water for teams as well as individuals. The pillow fight on a slippery pole on the last Monday of the regatta always draws the crowds!£154From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Shaldon, EnglandThe Sail Loft is a beautiful, four-bedroom character seaside home located in the heart of Teignmouth, yards from the Back Beach, which is part of the Teign estuary where boats bob up and down and big ships come in to offload cargo. The terraced holiday home feels bright, spacious and airy, and offers four large en-suite bedrooms and an extra bathroom. It has a family living room and a kitchen/dining room with a small snug, which is ideal for the kids to enjoy. The house is set on the first and second floor with 13 external steps up to the front door. As you walk through the porch into the hall on your left, you will discover the stylish and homely living room which boasts plenty of plush, comfortable seating for ten guests and a large flatscreen Smart TV on the wall. The kitchen is well-equipped with everything needed to prepare a home cooked meal, and the dining area provides the perfect space for everyone to get together over breakfast whilst planning an adventurous day ahead. The first floor is completed by an en-suite kingsize bedroom and an additional family shower room. Head upstairs to explore the second floor where you will find the remaining three en-suite bedrooms, one of which has two double beds accommodating up to four guests in the room. The other bedrooms have a double bed and a kingsize bed; all have storage for clothes and wall mounted flatscreen televisions. The property has been newly decorated in 2023 and has a seaside design throughout.
The Sail Loft is set on Ivy Lane opposite Teignmouth’s historic coastguard station and cottages, and is also only a couple of minutes’ walk from the town centre and seafront. It’s the perfect getaway for foodies, shoppers, families, walkers, beach and water sport lovers due to its enviable central location. Teignmouth is a traditional seaside town on the south coast of Devon where the Georgian and Victorian architecture and the steam railway tell of its seaside holiday heritage. You can enjoy traditional fish and chip shops, fine seafood restaurants and a collection of fun attractions. Why not take a ferry to the charming neighbouring village of Shaldon? The train offers easy accessibility to the beautiful city of Exeter, home to an architecturally intricate cathedral and unique shops. Just a short car journey from Teignmouth is Dartmoor National Park with tors, historical sites and ancient woodlands to explore. Teignmouth is also linked to the moors by the Templar Way, an 18-mile walking route, which traces the journey that Haytor granite would historically make when exported from Dartmoor.£171From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Blackawton, England
3.50Nestled in 225 acres of South Devon countryside in Blackawton, close to the historic navel town of Dartmouth, dog-friendly Dartmouth Hotel & Spa presents a picturesque escape for those seeking the serene beauty of the countryside.
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Blackawton, EnglandDartmouth Green is a stunning development of properties in an idyllic setting at The Dartmouth Hotel, Golf and Spa.
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Torquay, EnglandSituated right in the heart of the seaside town of Torquay, on the sunny shores of the English Riviera, the Belmont B&B provides an idyllic spot for a dog-friendly coastal stay!£90Price per night from
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Honiton, EnglandThis beautiful two-bedroom holiday home in East Devon showcases stunning views across the surrounding countryside and the deer fields in front of the property. Recently built in 2022, the property sits alongside the owner’s home on a working farm (dogs are present on the farm, but will be with the owners), and is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just outside the town of Ottery St. Mary. This cosy rural retreat offers a great base for a couple or a family looking to explore the delights of the beautiful county of Devon, and the unique experience of the deer being able to wander right up to the fence bordering the property’s garden whilst relaxing in the private hot tub.
As you enter Deer View Retreat, you will be welcomed into the entrance area with patio doors opening out into the garden, the perfect cosy spot to enjoy a mug of coffee with a good book. This then leads through to the open plan living and dining area where you can wind down and watch a film after a busy day exploring the coastline or enjoy a family meal together. Enjoy your breakfast in the well-equipped kitchen whilst taking in the far reaching views, the stag with his magnificent antlers and the ever-changing scenery. There’s also a handy utility area next door.
Discover the two stylish bedrooms and the bathroom on the first floor. The first has a double bed, the second is furnished with zip and link twin beds, and the shower room is fitted with a walk-in shower, heated towel rail, toilet and sink.
The town of Ottery St. Mary has beautiful architecture and historic buildings lining the streets, backed by rural Devonshire countryside. Wander through the centre to browse independent shops and galleries or stroll along the River Otter to admire the unusual Tumbling Weir. If you’re exploring beyond the town, you’ll be close to the quintessential East Devon coastal towns and villages of Budleigh Salterton, Beer, Branscombe, Sidmouth, Exmouth and Seaton. Exeter and Honiton are also within easy reach. The Southwest Coast Path is nearby and keen hikers should head to Dartmoor National Park with is just a 30-minute drive away. With lots of day out opportunities from your doorstep, make Deer View the base for your next holiday in East Devon. Beach 8 miles.£166From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bovey Tracey, EnglandShewte Farm is an elegant, Grade II listed, galleried stone barn and has a floor-to-ceiling picture window offering spectacular views over Dartmoor. Sleeping six comfortably in three spacious bedrooms, it has an open plan living space with French limestone floor, underfloor heating and a wood burner. It has been furnished throughout with characterful antiques and the highest quality linen. Guests also have use of the adjoining games barn and the tree house.
The location is idyllic and ever so peaceful, set in the middle of 80 acres of fields, woods and streams set between the National Park and National Trust land. The area is exceptionally rich in wildlife including buzzards, deer, otters (part of National England Otter Survey) and sky larks, as well as England’s largest collection of bog myrtle. The location is perfect for walking or cycling on Dartmoor, visiting numerous beaches or National Trust properties. Despite this rural setting not far from Bovey Tracey, which include an excellent delicatessen, butcher, baker and restaurants. Beach 10 miles. Shops and restaurants 1½ miles.£180From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
